You have pinpointed the entire case: Coutts views the railroad discussion as a direct delay, yet another, for the road to come through. Pity, the FN have difficulties to see their primary interest, the same riad to advance any of the other priorities to get done. You have any idea how cost-efficiënt the road is to really connect them (try to fly in new sewerage, water systems, broadband, housing, Not to mention any other development, cultural and economic, at what costs in next decade without a road ?). There is just no masterplan viable for them uniess they really start supporting the riad. About time, is it Not ? Smeenk is smart, however obstructing FN development with current Chinese monsterpiece. The delay has however Not been analysed like in the interest for other parties. Align, align and communication. Difficult to get done. Not impossible.